A batch of concrete consisted of 200 lbs. fine aggregate, 350 lbs. coarse aggregate, 94 lbs., cement and 5 gallons water. The specific gravity of sand and gravel may be taken as 2.65 and that of the cement as 3.10. How much by weight of cement is required to produce one cubic yard?

A batch of concrete consisted of 200 lbs. fine aggregate, 350 lbs. coarse aggregate, 94 lbs., cement and 5 gallons water. The specific gravity of sand and gravel may be taken as 2.65 and that of the cement as 3.10. How much by weight of cement is required to produce one cubic yard?

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